Returning to work after a car accident requires a plan that reflects your symptoms, job duties, and treating physician’s assessment. Explain the lifting, driving, standing, sitting, and concentration your work requires.
Discuss your duties with your physician
Bring a job description if available. Describe which tasks increase symptoms, how long you can perform them, and any safety concerns. Ask whether temporary restrictions, modified duties, shorter shifts, or additional breaks should be considered. Recommendations depend on your individual evaluation.
Coordinate the plan with your employer
Discuss the physician’s recommendations with your employer and ask what adjustments are available. Keep copies of work-status notes and clarify when restrictions will be reviewed. Medical documentation supports the discussion; it does not guarantee a particular workplace arrangement or payment.
Keep follow-up connected to your recovery
Attend scheduled visits and report changes in symptoms or your ability to perform daily tasks. Florida Injury Centers provides physician-led follow-up and coordinates local treatment or specialist consultation when indicated. Learn about telemedicine injury care.
Understand the timing of initial injury care
Florida’s PIP rule generally requires initial qualifying medical services within 14 days of the accident. Reporting a crash or completing an EMC document alone is not the same as receiving qualifying care. Read our 14-day PIP overview. Coverage depends on the applicable requirements and your circumstances.
Call 866-402-4250 to discuss injury-care follow-up. Call 911 for a medical emergency.
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